Home Medicines Review atHealth First Pharmacy
Many individuals find it challenging to adhere to their prescribed medication regimen, especially when dealing with multiple medications, complicated instructions, or concerns about side effects. Health First Pharmacy offers a solution through the Home Medicines Review (HMR) service to assist you in better managing and understanding your medications.
Enhancing MedicationUse and Safety
Our HMR service is designed to enhance the quality use of medicines and decrease the risk of adverse events or side effects. Conducted by a specially accredited pharmacist in the comfort of your own home, the service includes a comprehensive clinical review of all your medications.
Collaborative Approach
The HMR service is initiated on referral from your General Practitioner (GP) and involves cooperation between your GP, pharmacist, other healthcare professionals, and you, our patient. If appropriate, your carer may also be involved.
Benefits of a Home Medicines Review
The HMR service aims to:
- Improve both the patient’s and health professionals’ knowledge and understanding of medicines
- Foster cooperative relationships between members of the healthcare team for the benefit of the patient’s health and wellbeing
- Provide accurate medication information to the patient and other healthcare providers involved in the patient’s care
Please ask our pharmacist at Health First Pharmacy if you are eligible for the Diabetes MedsCheck service.